Saturday, May 16, 2015

Julia was the beloved wife of the Roman Emperor Lucius
Septimius Severusand mother
of EmperorsGeta
and Caracalla. Was known for her high intelligence and
was most influential in political affairs.

Julia
was born into a very rich Roman
senatorial aristocratic family, from the city of Homs (historically known as Emesa) in Syria.

She had a happy marriage. She was well read and loved philosophy, admired by the emperor - her spouse..

Septimius Severus became emperor in 193 and
became involved in a civil war. Julia accompanied him at a time when it was rather
unusual for women to take part in wars, as only men attended the battle fields at that historical
period, but she stayed with her husband,
and to show his gratitude, coins were struck with her image.

Julia Domna (170 AD - 217 AD)

Her hair style was beautiful
and unique, an inspiration for many hair stylists even to this day.

After the death of her husband,
Julia’s two sons were murdered on different occasions.

Julia suffered of breast cancer. She
ended her own life by committing suicide.

I handcrafted a silver ring and set an ancient silver Roman coin in it:You can see the image of Julia Domna on this authentic coin.

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About Me

I have always loved handmade items, where people have invested their imagination and creativity and I can feel their human touch.
When I retired from my job as a secretary I decided I would join this handmade community.
I chose to be a metalsmith. Therefore, I went to an Art school and studied Jewelry Design.I have been a silver and gold smith ever since.
I immensely enjoy following an idea I have and transforming it into a piece of handmade jewelry.
I hope I will be able to continue doing so until my very last day!